Type: Contract

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Ongoing

Location: Manhattan, NY (HYBRID position; in-office 2 days per week)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week

Pay Range: $40 to $47 per hour

Overview: A global eyewear leader is seeking a Product Strategy Manager that will handle all aspects of the strategy and development process. The ideal candidate is adaptable, can thrive in a fast-paced environment, be detail-oriented, and work well with cross-functional teams. Must be proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities:

• Line Management:

o Upkeep of product catalogs

o Technical line sheet for license

o General upkeep of PLM data integrity

o Collection training tools

o Support on all product development milestones

• Reporting:

o Pull information from data systems (including monthly reports)

o Upper management report preparation (requires high level of accuracy)

o Product reviews

o Competitive market deep dives

o Ad-hoc analysis

• Material Management:

o Assist with new material development

o Assist organizing samples

o Assist in maintaining the integrity of the material libraries

o Preparation for meetings (IE: placing sketches on boards, preparing color forms, preparing prototype kick-off forms, printing materials for meetings)

Qualifications:

• B.S/B.A. degree in Merchandising Management and/or Product Development.

• 3+ years of relevant work experience.

• Licensing experience (preferred).

• Product development experience in the accessory industry (preferred).

• Knowledgeable in product briefs creation for cross-functional teams (R&D, technical, licensor, design) outlining strategies, positioning, concept, and inspiration (preferred).

• Knowledgeable on aesthetic aspects of product development (preferred).

• Previous experience with reporting, recruiting, and data analysis.

• Ability to organize and prioritize.

• Proficient in Microsoft suite of applications (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

• Adaptability and flexibility to both work individually as well as within a team.

• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking and analysis skills.

• Excellent teamwork, verbal, and written communication skills (including the ability to explain technical concepts in non-technical terms), as well as project and time management skills are essential.